One often overlooked aspect of technique when playing the piano is proper body position. Proper body position at the piano allows for relaxed and efficient playing, which, in turn, help the pianist play for longer periods of time. Here is a checklist of the most important things to check in with when sitting at the [...]
Songwriting is a great way to express oneself in a unique and fulfilling way. The question is, how do you start? Here are some practical starting points when you sit down to write a new song.
When one is learning to play a musical instrument, the most important time spent on the instrument is spent without the instructor present. Practicing efficiently and properly will lead quickly to the mastery of the instrument because that journey comes from within. Here are some practical tips to make that journey move faster.
In choosing a beginner’s first guitar, one may be a bit intimidated by all of the options. In the universe of guitars there are electrics and acoustic guitars that produce all kinds of tones, sounds, and opportunities to develop musical ability. In choosing between electric and acoustics for a first guitar, I contend that the [...]
Once you have chosen your first instrument, you should consider the following accessories, which in most cases are actually necessities to a properly well-rounded practice of the guitar.
Buying Your First Guitar? Here are some tips: Picking out a guitar is a lot of fun! It is also one of the hardest things for a new player to do. When you buy your first guitar, you probably have no idea what kind of music you or perhaps your little students will wind up [...]
